Line Cook

Dorothy’s is an acclaimed culinary destination on St. Simons Island, opened in May 2021 and known for its thoughtful food, exceptional craft cocktails, and warm hospitality. Our menu blends Asian influences, coastal ingredients, and classic oyster house traditions , with a strong emphasis on in-house preparation, high-quality sourcing, and creative execution.

We are looking for a dedicated Line Cook to join our kitchen team and help execute our menu with consistency, care, and attention to detail. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to grow in aserious culinary environment without the unnecessary stress often found in high-level kitchens.

At Dorothy’s, we believe a restaurant can pursue excellence while still creating a healthy, respectful, and enjoyable workplace. We offer opportunities for continued learning, including family meals, ingredient education, wine and spirits tastings, and exposure to new techniques and cuisines. We also value work-life balance, with regular days off every Sunday and Monday.

What You’ll Do

As a Line Cook, your responsibilities will depend on your experience and station, but may include:

Area Responsibilities

• Prep: Making sauces, marinades, dressings, and mise en place from scratch daily.
• Knife Work: Performing precise vegetable, fruit, herb, and garnish preparation.
• Seafood: Shucking oysters, prepping shellfish, cooking fish, lobster, and other seafood.
• Butchery: Assisting with fish and meat butchery depending on experience.
• Fire & Grill: Building and maintaining a wood-burning fire and grilling meats, vegetables, and seafood.
• Service: Executing dishes during service with consistency, timing, and attention to presentation.
• Plating: Artfully plating dishes according to Dorothy’s standards.
• Teamwork: Collaborating with chefs and teammates on prep, service, organization, and new menu ideas.
• Cleanliness: Maintaining a clean, organized workstation and assisting with end-of-shift breakdown.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is dependable, curious, organized, and motivated to improve. Prior restaurant experience is helpful, but we are willing to train the right person who brings a strong attitude, respect for ingredients, and a desire to learn.

You should be comfortable working as part of a team, taking direction, staying organized during service, and contributing to a positive kitchen culture. Experience with seafood, oyster shucking, wood-fire cooking, or from-scratch prep is a plus, but not required.

Why Join Dorothy’s

Dorothy’s is a high-quality restaurant, but we do not believe that high standards require a high-stress environment. We want our team members to enjoy their work, take pride in what they cook, and continue developing their craft.

This role is a strong fit for someone who wants to sharpen their skills, work with excellent ingredients, learn new techniques, and be part of one of St. Simons Island’s standout culinary teams.

Apply

If you are a motivated cook looking to grow your career in a creative, professional, and supportive kitchen, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your resume and a brief note about your culinary experience and what interests you about Dorothy’s.